 Re: Foundation Question???
Inishta,
a footing is usually 8", 10" or 12" wide and is the below grade foundation of the structural walls. You can then either tie in you slab (at ground level) to the footings and begin you block stand on top of this OR set your stand bricks in the footing (the block can also be used for the footing)
And yes, after taking in all of the variables (depth at which the ground freezes, soil density (sandy, clay, rock), and drainage are the key factors used to determine a foundation depth. 36" is not unusual, 48" where it gets really cold. In my early years I lived in NE Ohio, The frost line there was 36" at the time. No I don't think it ever actually froze to that depth, but due to the poor drainage of the entire area, code was still always 36", with the thinking being excessive water around the foundation could cause a heave situation even before the ground could freeze solid - as my father would say.
Really, we all ask each other for oven guidance on this forum. Don't be shy in asking contractors or inspectors the right way to do it for you area. Its just a few phone calls, your not buying from anyone and certainly not obligated for anything. I would rather have the added piece of mind knowing I did it right, than left wondering - well, I saved $100 on cement, sure hope the foundation is deep enough to not move.
Just my 2 cents (its all I have left after Christmas shopping)
RT  |